1999 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
